Beyond Bali and Batam: How new routes are changing Singapore’s ties with Indonesia The recent proliferation of direct flights from Singapore to various Indonesian destinations has sparked renewed interest in exploring the archipelago beyond its familiar hubs.
This development has been hailed as a game changer for tourism and business ties between the two nations, but it also raises questions about how Indonesia is rebranding itself to its largest neighbor.
On the surface, the introduction of new direct routes is a matter of convenience and efficiency.